We’re talking about one giant shopping center and entertainment complex – a shopper’s dream. And officials at this new complex known as American Dream are calling it a lifestyle and retail destination.

The complexis more than a decade in the making and will be located next to the Meadowlands Sports Complex in East Rutherford, New Jersey and not far from Manhattan -- an easy day trip from central Pennsylvania. It will open on Oct. 25 and will be 55% entertainment and 45% retail. While the official opening date is in October, many of the stores, restaurants and attractions will open at a later time, according to NJ.com.

The 3-million-square foot complex will be home to hundreds of retail, dining and entertainment establishments.

It is expected to have more than 450 shops, services and amenities. Shopping center officials have said it will feature a distinct shopping environment dedicated to iconic luxury brands and younger, fashion-forward retail.

If shopping isn’t your thing. That’s okay. You can go to American Dream just to eat – at a different place each day for more than three months.

There will be more than 100 dining and specialty food offerings including more than 20 full-service restaurants. There will be a Coca‐Cola “Eats” food hall, a kosher food hall, a munchies food hall, a dining terrace, and an Asian American market.

The dining options will range from fine dining to grab-n-go.

And if shopping and eating aren’t your thing. How about an amusement park, a water park or skiing?

MetLife Stadium stands next to the American Dream complex (right) in East Rutherford, N.J., on Aug. 29, 2019. MUST CREDIT: Bloomberg photo by Gabby Jones.Bloomberg

American Dream officials says that American Dream will be home to the first indoor snowpark in North America, the largest indoor water park in North America, the largest indoor theme park in the Western Hemisphere, an NHL-sized ice-skating rink, a performing arts theater, KidZania, a movie theater, a 300-foot observation wheel overlooking Manhattan, a New Jersey Hall of Fame, a Sea Life Aquarium, a Legoland Discovery Center, and two 18-hole miniature golf courses.

Tenants will continue to open their doors through the holiday season and early next year.

The developer, Triple Five Group also owns the monstrous Mall of America in Minnesota. Officials say the American Dream facility will have high design, ultra-modern interiors juxtaposed with unexpected surprises of city gardens, site specific art, interactive sitting salons and more.

It will feature six grand atriums with natural light, each with a unique design. In one, guests will discover a sprawling garden with bird filled aviaries and bunny rabbit fields.

More than 75,000 LEDs and 25,000 “leaves” will make up Albero dei Sogni, a unique tree-like sculpture that will perform to a musical soundtrack several times per day. A 60-foot fashion fountain will become a catwalk in a matter of seconds. An entire 60-foot entertainment atrium will be a hub for live events and social gathering. And the complex will also feature artwork from emerging artists.

“We know that the community has been eagerly awaiting the launch of this incredible global destination,” Don Ghermezian, president of American Dream said in a press release. “We have a one‐of‐a‐kind property that will reshape the way people think about entertainment, theme parks and shopping and we are so excited to reveal our incredible Nickelodeon Theme Park, DreamWorks Water Park and Big Snow Ski and Snowboard Park.”

It’s an easy day trip or overnight trip from central Pennsylvania, so we thought we would reach out to officials at American Dream to see what’s opening. Of course there will be hundreds of stores, restaurants and venues eventually. Below is a list of what American Dream has publicly announced so far. The list includes around three dozen of the tenants.

Signage stands outside the American Dream complex in East Rutherford, N.J., on Aug. 29, 2019. Bloomberg photo by Gabby Jones.Bloomberg

DreamWorks Water Park

American Dream says this will be the is the second largest indoor water park in the world and features 35 water slides and 13 attractions, including two surf riders from American Wave Machines, surf lessons, a kids play structure, a river, a swim-up bar and more. It also says it will have the world’s largest indoor wave pool at 1.5 acres, the longest hygro-magnetic coaster and the tallest indoor body slide at 142 feet with a 50 foot free-fall. The park will feature 31 luxury cabanas that overlook the park with views of Manhattan.

American Dream will open on Oct. 25 (rendering provided).

Nickelodeon Universe Theme Park

The park will feature more than 20 rides, rollercoasters and attractions. American Dream says it will have three world-record breaking coasters – the world’s steepest roller coaster, tallest and longest spinning coaster, and tallest indoor spinning drop tower, as well as a nine-story ropes course. Guests can expect to encounter their favorite Nickelodeon characters in the park, as well as daily performances on the Nickelodeon Slime Stage.

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American Dream will open on Oct. 25 (Rendering provided)

Big Snow Ski and Snowboard Park

A 365 day a year indoor ski and snowboard park. It will stand 16-stories tall and span more than 180,000 square feet. Big Snow will offer year-round skiing, snowboarding and snow tubing, alongside indoor snow play and event space. A collection of ski and snowboard retail stores known as “The Shops@Big Snow” will surround the snow park which will offer equipment, accessories and fashion outerwear. Big Snow will offer equipment rentals, lessons, a shopping village and a ski lounge.

SEA LIfe Aquarium and LEGOland Discovery Center will open at American Dream in 2020. (Provided)

Sea Life Aquarium

American Dream will have the first and only Sea Life aquarium in the New Jersey/New York area. Sea Life will highlight everything from shrimp and starfish to seahorses, sharks and rays. It will feature a tropical ocean tank with a walk-through underwater tunnel. The aquarium will have discussions, feeding demonstrations and other programs.

Lego says this project is like walking into a giant box of Legos. It is designed specifically for families with children ages three to 10 to play together, offering a fun, interactive and educational two to three-hour indoor experience. There will be a range of play areas including a 4D cinema; a brick pool, master classes from the Lego master model builder; Lego rides; party rooms for birthdays and other celebrations; and a Miniland exhibit which is designed to reflect the iconic buildings and skyline of the area.

Triple Five Group also has a Mirror Maze at the Mall of America which is a 2,500 square foot life-size maze of mirrors and glass.

The Ice Rink

The Ice Rink is American Dream’s NHL‐regulation size skating and hockey facility, and will have open skating, figure skating, club and professional sport events and more.

Angry Birds miniature golf

This will be one of two planned mini-golf courses at American Dream, and will be Angry Birds-themed, according to an NJ.com report. The 18-hole indoor course will be inspired by The Angry Birds Movie 2, and take players on an adventure through Bird Island, Pig Island and Eagle Island “with twists and challenges along the way,” the report said.

Coca‐Cola partnership

Bespoke Events: Coca-Cola will host bespoke events with their network of athletes, influencers and celebrities year-round within the American Dream community.

The Social Bubble: This in-line social media storefront, presented by Coca-Cola, will feature an interactive space, podcast studio, and media wall connecting consumers in real-time with social media content throughout American Dream.

Coca-Cola Green Rooms: Designed in collaboration with Coca-Cola, VIPs will be able to recharge pre- and post- event in American Dream’s green rooms.

Coca-Cola Eats: This branded dining destination will seat approximately 800 guests and offer a wide array of local and global cuisines.

Munchies Food Hall

The food hall will include 18 hot spots from the best local and regional food sources, a cooking studio, two revolving kitchens showcasing up-and-coming chefs, and more.

The Dining Terrace

The Dining Terrace will feature more than 20 full-service restaurants complete with views of Manhattan and an upscale, alfresco-like setting.

Kosher Food Hall

Triple Five Group says that its the first ever strictly kosher food market in a North American retail and entertainment destination.

H Mart

H Mart, an Asian American market with 61 stores in the United States will open a 35,000-square-foot store and restaurant, according to a report on NJ.com. The location will feature national and international Asian food concepts, an on-site bakery and a stage with live music, craft cocktails, entertainment and weekly events, the report said.

CMX Luxury Movie Theatre

The movie theater chain has a number of theaters across the country. Last year, the Triple Five Group opened an 872-seat venue with oversized luxurious recliners, digital projection and audio, and a 1,650-square-foot culinary market area at the Mall of America.

Kidzania

KidZania is an interactive education and entertainment centers for kids. The 80,000 square foot indoor city provides kids with the opportunity to role-play and explore more than 100 professions. Kids can learn to fight fires, pilot airplanes, act in plays, design robots, perform surgery, go on secret missions and much more.

Collections at American Dream

The ultimate luxury retail experience anchored by Saks Fifth Avenue and Barneys New York and featuring Hermes, Tiffany & Company, Dolce Gabbana, Moncler, Watches of Switzerland among a who’s who list of luxury and fashion retailers.

Barneys New York is a luxury specialty retailer from some of the world’s top designers, and sells women’s and men’s ready-to-wear, accessories, shoes, jewelry, cosmetics, fragrances, and gifts. Freds at Barneys New York restaurant will also be located at American Dream.

“Our new store will feature rotating selections of fresh brands and inventory, local eats, and interactive, family-friendly environments. From innovative product displays to interactive activations, guests of every age will find elements of surprise and delight. And whether a family wants to grab-and-go with a quick, easy checkout or relax with a delicious treat, Fourpost will have everything they need. Beyond shopping, we will offer educational programming, networking, and workshops for both adults and children that encourages endless discovery and engagement.”

Zara sells apparel for men, women and children as well as shoes and accessories.

H&M sign at Empire Outlets. (Staten Island Advance)

H&M

Fashion retailer for women, men, teenagers and children.

Victoria’s Secret/Victoria’s Secret Pink

Victoria Secret sells lingerie, beauty products and accessories.

Primark

Primark sells fashion, beauty and homeware products.

Century 21

Century 21 Department Store, is a fashion retailer for men’s, women’s and children’s apparel, footwear, outerwear, lingerie, accessories, cosmetics and home goods. The store will include 60,000 square feet.

It’Sugar will open a candy department store at the property that will span 22,000 square feet over three levels. It will be located within the entertainment atrium at American Dream, adjacent to the DreamWorks Water Park entrance and near Nickelodeon Universe Theme Park and the property’s NHL-size ice rink. Upon entering the store, guests will be greeted by a 60-foot replica of the Statue of Liberty made entirely from candy. The location will feature more than 10,000 choices of candy specializing in innovative sweets, fun novelty gifts, and giant candy.

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For The Win

The arcade style gastropub will feature gaming, gastropub cuisine, craft beer, bowling, live music and more.

Arc’teryx

Arc’teryx sells outdoor apparel, jackets, packs, and climbing equipment. A company spokesperson told PennLive on Oct. 1 that Arc’teryx will open a store at American Dream.

Grisini

Grisini will open a American Dream. (Rendering provided)

The Grisini Hospitality Group informed PennLive on Oct. 9 of its plans to open at American Dream. The Grisini Hospitality Group which incorporates Grisini Coffee shop, Food Hall and Market concepts will be opening its first stores, two coffee shops and a European-style food hall at American Dream. Grisini by Chef Marc Murphy is expected to open in 2020 for lunch and dinner. In addition to the food hall, Grisini will also feature a coffee shop, and a marketplace providing retail products and packaged, prepared food for meals on-the-go.